2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 35 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 223 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Grande Punto | Riva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
