1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 234 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Panda | Samara |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |