1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 128 | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
