1965 ZAZ 966 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 743 kg more than 1965 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 ZAZ 966. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 ZAZ 966 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | ZAZ | Subaru |
| Model | 966 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2751 mm |
