1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 4 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 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Abarth | ZAZ |
| Model | 1300 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2170 mm |
