2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 37 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 595 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Tribeca | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
