2002 Lada 110 vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 110 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1979 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 1979 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 110, 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, 2002 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | 110 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 33 L |
