1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1966 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 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, 1963 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
Model | 1300 | Jalta |
Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |