1995 Lada Natacha vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower 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 33 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Natacha weights approximately 35 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Triumph Mayflower 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 1949 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Natacha (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Natacha | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Natacha | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
