1991 Lada Samara vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 199 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1965 Triumph Spitfire 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 1965 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara, 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, 1991 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Samara | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |
