1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Abarth | Lada |
Model | 750 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |