1954 Studebaker President State vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1968 ZAZ 966 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 776 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Studebaker | ZAZ |
| Model | President State | 966 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2170 mm |
