1966 ZAZ 966 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1968 ZAZ 966 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 ZAZ 966 (38 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 ZAZ 966 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 ZAZ 966. 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, 1968 ZAZ 966 (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 ZAZ 966 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 ZAZ 966 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | ZAZ | ZAZ |
| Model | 966 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2170 mm |
