1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Lada 111
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada 111 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 111 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fiesta | 111 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
