1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha.
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, 1973 Lancia Beta (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Natacha | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
