1977 Nissan Violet vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Violet weights approximately 131 kg more than 1966 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 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Nissan | ZAZ |
| Model | Violet | 966 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
