2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Kalina | 17 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
