1975 Lada 1200 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 81 kg more than 1975 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lada 1200 | 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
