2001 Holden UTE vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 36 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 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 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Holden | ZAZ |
| Model | UTE | 966 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
