2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 840 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 ZAZ Jalta | |
Make | Chevrolet | ZAZ |
Model | Corvette | Jalta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |