1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Natacha weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Punto | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
