1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 151 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada 2105 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 1988 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea, 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 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | 2105 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
