1966 ZAZ Jalta vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 616 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.
Because 1966 ZAZ Jalta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 ZAZ Jalta | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | ZAZ | Honda |
| Model | Jalta | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 887 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
