1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Cortina | Natacha |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |