2005 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A6 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2110 mm |
