1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | ZAZ |
| Model | Delta | 966 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2170 mm |
