2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 35 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 702 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mondeo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
