1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1970 ZAZ 966 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | ZAZ |
Model | GT | 966 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |