2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZAZ |
| Model | Catera | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2030 mm |
