1970 Opel GT vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,100 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
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 Opel GT (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | GT | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
