2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Opel GT.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1968 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Kalina | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
