1958 Porsche 550 A vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1967 ZAZ 966 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 550 A | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Porsche | ZAZ |
| Model | 550 A | 966 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2170 mm |
