1997 Lada Natacha vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 51 kg more than 1997 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Natacha | Beta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
