1974 Lada Riva vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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, 1974 Lada Riva (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | Riva | Panda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
