1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 1995 Lada Natacha

To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Natacha weights approximately 535 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina 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 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Natacha (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electrina 1995 Lada Natacha
Make Fairthorpe Lada
Model Electrina Natacha
Year Released 1960 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 450 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 3740 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1350 mm


 

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