1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 766 kg more than 1968 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZAZ |
| Model | Aspen | 966 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2170 mm |
