2007 Acura TL vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 36 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 670 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | TL | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
