The LuAZ 1302 became the first Soviet car with front-wheel drive almost by accident — the factory just couldn't get rear axles, since its supplier was prioritizing a sister model.
Lead trim: 1302 1.2 L MeMZ-969A V4, 1975 revision (40 hp)
LuAZ 13021302 · 1966–2002
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FactThe LuAZ 1302 became the first Soviet car with front-wheel drive almost by accident — the factory just couldn't get rear axles, since its supplier was prioritizing a sister model.
The LuAZ-1302 (originally ZAZ-969 1966-1971, then LuAZ-969 1971-1979, then LuAZ-969M 1979-1992), the first Soviet vehicle with front-wheel drive, developed ideas from the unbuilt Moskvitch 415 prototype using the LuAZ-967 as a base for a compact four-wheel-drive off-roader. Front-wheel drive only from 1966-1971, then full-time four-wheel drive standard from 1971. The original 887 cc MeMZ-966 V4 made 30 hp (22 kW, 30 PS); the 1975 LuAZ-969A revision brought a 1,197 cc MeMZ-969A V4 making 40 hp (30 kW, 41 PS); a later 1.1-litre MeMZ-245-20 four ran to the end of production in 2002. 4-speed manual; wheelbase 1,800 mm (70.9 in), length 3,270 mm (128.7 in), width 1,600 mm (63.0 in), height 1,790 mm (70.5 in), curb weight 1,340 kg (2,954 lb).
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| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1302 1.2 L MeMZ-969A V4, 1975 revision (40 hp) | 1975–1992 | 1.2 L V4 | 40 hp | — | — | 4WD | — | — |
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