2004 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 33 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 950 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
