2006 Audi TT vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | TT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
