1980 Honda Accord vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 ZAZ Jalta 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 1966 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord, 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Honda | ZAZ |
| Model | Accord | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2030 mm |
