1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1998 Lada 111
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 111 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1998 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | 111 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |
