1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 480 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | ZAZ |
Model | 75 | 966 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |