1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1981 Lada 2105
To start off, 1981 Lada 2105 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada 2105 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
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:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1981 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1000 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
