1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1968 ZAZ 966 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 346 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | ZAZ |
| Model | 100 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
