2000 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 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 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara, 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Samara | 44 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
