2002 Lada 119 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 119 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 119 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 119 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 119 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Lada 119 (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 119 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | 119 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
