2009 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 500 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 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
