2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 950 kg more than 1970 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 Ford Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Five Hundred | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2110 mm |
