1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 82 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1600 | Riva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
