1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada 1200 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | 1200 | 228 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |