1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Lada 110
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 45 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada 110 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1000 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 167 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 Weight | 680 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
