1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1982 Lada S
To start off, both 1982 Fiat 131 and 1982 Lada S were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Lada S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1982 Lada S | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 131 | S |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
