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Lada 2106 3 1.3 (64 Hp)
Overall Rating
Lada 2106:
The VAZ-2106 Zhiguli is a sedan produced by the Soviet automaker VAZ, and later, after the breakup of the Soviet Union, also by Russian Izhevsk Avto and Ukrainian Anto-Rus . In export markets, it was known simply as Lada 1600 or alternatively as Lada 2106. In the domestic market it was popularly nicknamed Шестёрка. A hugely popular car and one of the most successful Lada models, it was in serial production for 30 years , although production in the VAZ plant ended after 25 years, in 2001, with manufacture continuing at Izhevsk for the final five years....(Read more on Wikipedia)
3 Overview:
Lada 2106 (3). With 92 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lada 2106 was produced long before Euro NCAP testing began (1997). Safety features are rudimentary, typical of vehicles from its era, offering minimal protection by modern standards.
1.3 (64 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 64 Hp 1.3L engine provides very modest performance, suitable for basic city driving and rural roads. It struggles with acceleration and maintaining higher speeds, reflecting its utilitarian design.
Fuel Economy
As a carburetted engine from its era, fuel economy is mediocre by modern standards. It offers reasonable consumption for its time, but is not particularly efficient.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Simple, robust mechanicals for easy repair and maintenance
- • Low purchase price and running costs
- • Durable build quality for challenging road conditions
- • Classic, utilitarian design appeal
- • High parts availability in relevant markets
Cons:
- • Very basic safety features by modern standards
- • Limited performance and acceleration
- • Outdated technology and rudimentary comfort features
- • Poor fuel economy compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Lack of modern amenities and refinement
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | 2106 |
| Generation: | 3 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (64 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1976 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 64 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 49.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 92 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1300 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 66 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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