1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Lada Natacha. 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfetta | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
