1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1960 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 920 kg more than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1960 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZAZ |
| Model | Seville | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
