1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Natacha | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
