2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 168 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Idea | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
