2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Palio | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
