1994 Lada Natacha vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia 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 11 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Natacha weights approximately 199 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Olympia 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 1967 Opel Olympia. 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 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Natacha | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Natacha | Olympia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |