1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1969 ZAZ 966 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | ZAZ |
| Model | Giulietta | 966 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
