1959 Alvis TD vs. 1971 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1971 ZAZ 966 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1971 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 685 kg more than 1971 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1971 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Alvis | ZAZ |
| Model | TD | 966 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2170 mm |
