1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1964 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1964 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1964 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Austin | ZAZ |
| Model | 2200 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
