1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 13 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 646 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | 200 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |
