1953 Abarth 103 GT vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 1980 Lada 1200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Abarth 103 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Abarth 103 GT would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Abarth 103 GT (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Abarth 103 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 1200 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1953 Abarth 103 GT.
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:
| 1953 Abarth 103 GT | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 103 GT | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 39 L |
