1971 Toyota Century vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1971 Toyota Century is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Century (128 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 956 kg more than 1966 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 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Century | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Toyota | ZAZ |
Model | Century | 966 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2170 mm |