1998 Rover 75 vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 32 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 631 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 ZAZ 966. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Rover | ZAZ |
| Model | 75 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
