1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 ZAZ Jalta. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Aston Martin | ZAZ |
Model | V8 Vantage | Jalta |
Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |