1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 175 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1200 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
