1999 Lada Natacha vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Natacha weights approximately 133 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
