2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1972 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 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Montana | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2110 mm |
