2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 447 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZAZ |
| Model | Corvette | 966 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
