2002 Lada 119 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 119 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 119, 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | 119 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
