1996 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A6 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
