2000 Audi A2 vs. 1975 Lada 1200
To start off, 2000 Audi A2 is newer by 25 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lada 1200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Audi A2.
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, 2000 Audi A2, 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, 2000 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 1975 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A2 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 39 L |
