2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 133 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Spark | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 39 L |
