1956 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 ZAZ Wagon weights approximately 5 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Volkswagen Beetle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 ZAZ Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Volkswagen Beetle (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | ZAZ |
| Model | Beetle | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
