2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
