1994 Lada Natacha vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Natacha weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Natacha | Herald |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
