2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Lada 111
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada 111 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 111 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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, 1998 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1998 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | 111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
