1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfasud | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
