2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 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 3 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1997 Lada Natacha.
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, 2007 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
