2005 Lada 110 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356.
Because 1955 Porsche 356 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 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110, 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 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | 110 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
