1956 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 756 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | ZAZ |
| Model | Tickford | 966 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
