1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 585 kg more than 1963 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Mustang | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
