1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Nissan | ZAZ |
| Model | Bluebird | 966 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
