2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 1997 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Palio | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
