2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 38 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Stilo | Riva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |