1988 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Natacha weights approximately 263 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. 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, 1995 Lada Natacha (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1995 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | AX | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
