1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1963 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 ZAZ Jalta (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 ZAZ Jalta should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 500 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
| Model | 500 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
