2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Samara weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Seicento | Samara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
