1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Lada 110
To start off, 2010 Lada 110 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada 110 (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada 110 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2010 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 500 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |
