What is naturally aspirated?

Naturally aspirated refers to an internal combustion engine that relies on atmospheric pressure to draw air into the combustion chamber. This means that the engine does not have a turbocharger or supercharger to force air into the combustion chamber.

Naturally aspirated engines typically have a simpler design and are generally more reliable and easier to maintain compared to forced induction engines. They also tend to have a smoother power delivery and better throttle response.

However, naturally aspirated engines are generally less powerful than forced induction engines because they do not have the same ability to compress air and allow more fuel to be burned in the combustion chamber.

Overall, naturally aspirated engines are commonly found in smaller, less performance-oriented vehicles, while forced induction engines are used in high-performance sports cars and racing vehicles.