2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato, 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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Ducato | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
