2006 Renault Laguna vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Laguna | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
