1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1966 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 ZAZ Jalta (27 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 ZAZ Jalta should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 ZAZ Jalta weights approximately 185 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1966 ZAZ Jalta (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 ZAZ Jalta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Abarth | ZAZ |
| Model | 500 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 27 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
