1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 125 | 2104 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |