1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1967 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1967 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Austin | ZAZ |
Model | A 40 | Jalta |
Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |