1974 Lada Riva vs. 1971 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 97 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1971 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Riva | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
