1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 38 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 639 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 354 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Lada | Pagani |
| Model | 1200 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2795 mm |
