2000 Opel Signum vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 680 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Signum | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |
