1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1971 Abarth 595 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 27 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595.
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 ZAZ 966 (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 ZAZ 966 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Abarth | ZAZ |
| Model | 595 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |
