1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1973 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 127 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 23 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Natacha weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 1973 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Natacha | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
