1986 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Lada Samara. 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | Samara | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
