2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti Golden (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti Golden should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Because 1959 Moretti Golden 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 1959 Moretti Golden. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
Make | Lada | Moretti |
Model | Kalina | Golden |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |