1987 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 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 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lada | Fiat |
Model | Samara | 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |