2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1975 Lada 1200
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 27 kg more than 1975 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lada Samara II, 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 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara II | 1975 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Samara II | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
