1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1963 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. 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 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Austin | ZAZ |
| Model | A 60 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
