1975 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 234 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Kalina, 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, 2010 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Lada |
| Model | Chevette | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1254 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
