1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Lada Natacha

To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Natacha weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Fiat 1100 1994 Lada Natacha
Make Fiat Lada
Model 1100 Natacha
Year Released 1957 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1350 mm