1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Lada 110
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 110 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
Because 1969 Fiat 124 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 1969 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1969 Fiat 124 (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2009 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 124 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
