1986 Lada Riva vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Riva | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
