1960 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 ZAZ Jalta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 ZAZ Jalta | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | ZAZ | Dacia |
| Model | Jalta | Duster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2673 mm |
