1961 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 375 kg more than 1961 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 ZAZ Jalta | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | ZAZ | Suzuki |
| Model | Jalta | Equator |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3200 mm |
