1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Abarth | Lada |
Model | 1000 | Natacha |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |