1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2002 Lada 111
To start off, 2002 Lada 111 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1600 (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 111 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 111, 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, 1978 Lada 1600 (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 2002 Lada 111 | |
Make | Lada | Lada |
Model | 1600 | 111 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 43 L |