1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1483 kg more than 1967 ZAZ 966. 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZAZ |
| Model | Fleetwood | 966 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2170 mm |
