2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 131 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada 2104 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 1985 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Fiorino | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
