1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 1200 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1980 Lada 1200 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 1980 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1980 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Palio | 1200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 39 L |