1984 Peugeot 505 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 505 (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 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, 1984 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 505 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Peugeot | ZAZ |
| Model | 505 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2170 mm |
