1987 Zastava 750 vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1987 Zastava 750 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava 750 (33 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava 750 should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Zastava 750.
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 Zastava 750 (56 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Zastava 750 | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Zastava | ZAZ |
| Model | 750 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
