1999 Lada 111 vs. 1974 Audi 80
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1974 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada 111 | 1974 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | 111 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
