2006 Audi TT vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 630 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 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | TT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
