1975 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic 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 17 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Natacha |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |