1976 Lada 1200 vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200.
Because 1976 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 1976 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | 1200 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 58 L |
