2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Kangoo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
