1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 145 kg more 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Natacha | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
