2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 1008 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 Pontiac G6 (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | G6 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
