2009 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (237 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1970 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 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
