1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1960 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is newer by 2 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 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 697 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.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 1960 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Oldsmobile | ZAZ |
Model | Jetfire | Jalta |
Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |