2002 Opel Speedster vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 32 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Speedster weights approximately 205 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, 2002 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Speedster | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Speedster | 966 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
