1998 Lada Natacha vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Lada Natacha is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Natacha (70 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Natacha weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Natacha | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Natacha | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
