1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1972 Fiat 132 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 132 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1963 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 Fiat 132 (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
| Model | 132 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
