1995 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 395 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Niva | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 33 L |
