1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Samara weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 500 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
