1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 30 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Rover 45, 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, 2008 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | 1600 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |
