1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Daewoo | Triumph |
| Model | Lanos | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
