1956 BMW Isetta vs. 2003 Lada Calina 1118
To start off, 2003 Lada Calina 1118 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lada Calina 1118 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Calina 1118 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1956 BMW Isetta.
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:
| 1956 BMW Isetta | 2003 Lada Calina 1118 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Isetta | Calina 1118 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2480 mm |
