1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Natacha 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Natacha weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lada | Smart |
| Model | Natacha | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
