1971 Toyota 2000GT vs. 1961 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1971 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota 2000GT | 1961 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Toyota | ZAZ |
| Model | 2000GT | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
