2006 Acura RSX vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 35 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 494 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | RSX | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
