1996 ZAZ Wagon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 ZAZ Wagon | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | ZAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wagon | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
