1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1981 Lada 2105
To start off, 1981 Lada 2105 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1981 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 130 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
