1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 511 kg more than 1966 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Ford | ZAZ |
Model | Scorpio | 966 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |