2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1048 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Dodge | Triumph |
Model | Charger | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |