1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 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 1968 Fiat 125. 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 125 | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
