1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Dino | Riva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
