1993 Lada Samara vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Moretti Golden is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti Golden (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti Golden should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Samara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Because 1959 Moretti Golden 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 1959 Moretti Golden. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lada Samara, 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, 1959 Moretti Golden (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Moretti Golden will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Samara | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
Make | Lada | Moretti |
Model | Samara | Golden |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |