1962 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 ZAZ Jalta | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | ZAZ | Cadillac |
| Model | Jalta | CTS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
