1956 Fiat 1900 vs. 1979 Lada 1200
To start off, 1979 Lada 1200 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. 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:
| 1956 Fiat 1900 | 1979 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1900 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
