1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2000 Lada 112 is newer by 41 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112.
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, 2000 Lada 112, 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, 2000 Lada 112 (117 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2000 Lada 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1500 | 112 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
