1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
| Model | 130 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
