2009 Renault Trafic vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 36 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Trafic | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Trafic | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2110 mm |
