1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Lada 111
To start off, 2010 Lada 111 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada 111 (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada 111 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 500 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 1961 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada 111, 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, 2010 Lada 111 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 2010 Lada 111 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 500 | 111 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2500 mm |