2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 924 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | C | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
