1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1962 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 ZAZ Jalta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 1961 Abarth 700 (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Abarth | ZAZ |
| Model | 700 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
