2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 36 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Lada | Triumph |
Model | Kalina | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |