1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka, 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Lada Oka | |
Make | Abarth | Lada |
Model | 1000 | Oka |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2190 mm |