1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 980 kg more than 1966 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Thunderbird | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2030 mm |
