1999 Fiat Coupe vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1999 Fiat Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 184 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1999 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Coupe | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
