1974 Lada 1300 vs. 1981 Lada 1200
To start off, 1981 Lada 1200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1300 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1300 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Lada 1200.
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 1300 | 1981 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 39 L |
