1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 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 19 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 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 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Natacha | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Lada | Simca |
Model | Natacha | 1300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |