1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Lotus | ZAZ |
| Model | GT 1 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
