1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 10 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Natacha | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | Natacha | ForFour |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |