1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |
