1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva.
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:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1400 | Riva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
