1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | 1200 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
