1957 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 320 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Aurelia | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Lancia | ZAZ |
Model | Aurelia | 966 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 886 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |