2007 Audi TT vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 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 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | TT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
