1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Natacha weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Ritmo | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
