1997 Lada Natacha vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Minica 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Natacha | Minica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
