1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 33 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1965 ZAZ 966 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 ZAZ 966. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
| Model | Seicento | 966 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
