2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 124 kg more than 1986 Lada Samara. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Punto | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
