1988 Lada 2107 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2107 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
Because 1988 Lada 2107 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 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2107 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | 2107 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
