1975 Audi 50 vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 1978 Lada 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1200 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1200 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 1978 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1978 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 50 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
