2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 34 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 94 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Grande Punto | Riva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |