1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist 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 13 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Natacha weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lada Natacha 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make Lada Wartburg
Model Natacha 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 1996 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1500 mm


 

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