1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1986 Lada 2105
To start off, 1986 Lada 2105 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada 2105 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2105 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1986 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1200 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
