1978 Lada 1200 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1978 Lada 1200 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1200 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 1200 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
