1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1998 Lada Natacha is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Natacha (70 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Lada Natacha.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Natacha, 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1998 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 70 | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
