1975 Honda Life vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1975 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Life (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Honda Life.
Because 1969 ZAZ 966 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 ZAZ 966. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 ZAZ 966 (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 ZAZ 966 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Honda | ZAZ |
| Model | Life | 966 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2170 mm |
