1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1975 Lada 1200
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lada 1200 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 1975 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Vivace | 1200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |