1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Lada Samara II
To start off, 1999 Lada Samara II is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1999 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 130 | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
