1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1973 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Kadett | 966 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
