2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada 2123 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | 2123 | 356 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |