1999 Lada Natacha vs. 1974 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 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 23 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Natacha weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. 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, 1999 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 1974 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Natacha | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
