2002 TVR Tuscan vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. 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 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Tuscan | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | TVR | ZAZ |
| Model | Tuscan | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
