1966 ZAZ Jalta vs. 1963 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 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 ZAZ Jalta (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 ZAZ Jalta should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 ZAZ Jalta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 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, 1966 ZAZ Jalta (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 ZAZ Jalta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 ZAZ Jalta | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | ZAZ | ZAZ |
| Model | Jalta | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
