1974 Ford Capri vs. 1960 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 432 kg more than 1960 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, 1974 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1960 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Capri | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2030 mm |
