1978 Lada 1200 vs. 1978 Lancia A 112
To start off, both 1978 Lada 1200 and 1978 Lancia A 112 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Lancia A 112.
Because 1978 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 1978 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia A 112, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1200 | 1978 Lancia A 112 | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 1200 | A 112 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
