2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 769 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Aveo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2110 mm |
