2000 Saturn SC vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 29 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 290 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Saturn | Triumph |
| Model | SC | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
