1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1970 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Mazda | ZAZ |
| Model | 818 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2170 mm |
