1987 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara.
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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Lada | Fiat |
Model | Samara | Panda |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |