1959 Ford Popular vs. 1994 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular 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 44 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Natacha weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1994 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Popular | Natacha |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |