1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Lada 110
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1996 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 500 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
