1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1966 ZAZ 966 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite.
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, 1960 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Lotus | ZAZ |
| Model | Elite | 966 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2170 mm |
