1957 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Lada 2105
To start off, 1981 Lada 2105 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada 2105 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada 2105 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 1981 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 500 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
