1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1963 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 724 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
Model | SC | Jalta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |