2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Lada Riva.
Because 1986 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 1986 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio, 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 1986 Lada Riva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Palio | Riva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |