2009 Saturn Aura vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 38 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 549 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Saturn | Triumph |
| Model | Aura | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2382 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
