1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, 1982 Lada 1200 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada 1200 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1950 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 500 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 39 L |
