1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1967 Ford Corsair is newer by 1 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Corsair weights approximately 141 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, 1967 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Corsair | 966 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
