2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1972 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 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Mariner | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
