2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2410 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Excursion | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2110 mm |
