1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella 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 35 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Natacha weights approximately 306 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Natacha | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
