1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1979 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1979 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1979 Ford Fiesta (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Fiesta | 966 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2170 mm |
