1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1968 ZAZ 966 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 1968 ZAZ 966 (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 ZAZ 966 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Abarth | ZAZ |
Model | 750 | 966 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |