1970 Morris Minor vs. 1964 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1970 Morris Minor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Minor weights approximately 170 kg more than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 1970 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Minor | 1964 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Morris | ZAZ |
| Model | Minor | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2030 mm |
