2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Panda | Natacha |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |