1977 Lada 1200 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 2012 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lada 1200 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | 1200 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 34 L |
