1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1977 Lada 1200
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lada 1200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 1977 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 1977 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna, 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1977 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Duna | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
