1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2107 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 600 | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Abarth | Lada |
Model | 600 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 585 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |