1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1967 ZAZ 966 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
Model | 1200 | 966 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 886 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |