2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 120 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Grande Punto | Samara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
