1999 Lada Natacha vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Natacha weights approximately 46 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lada Natacha 1959 Vauxhall Victor
Make Lada Vauxhall
Model Natacha Victor
Year Released 1999 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1508 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 939 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm


 

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