1982 Lada 1200 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada 1200 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | 1200 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 60 L |
