1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 1987 Lada 2104 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Abarth | Lada |
Model | 1000 | 2104 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |