1997 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 354 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Marcia | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Marcia | Riva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
