2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 37 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1180 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Nitro | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
