1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Lada 111
To start off, 2010 Lada 111 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada 111 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada 111 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada 111, 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, 2010 Lada 111 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2010 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 750 | 111 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
