1983 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 1967 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 225 kg more than 1967 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 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | 1967 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Vauxhall | ZAZ |
| Model | Chevette | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2030 mm |
