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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). 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 115 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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 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 | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
