1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 1990 Lada Samara | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 850 | Samara |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |