1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (76 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 124 | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 124 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |