1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Lada 110
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110, 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, 1996 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1996 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1500 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
