2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 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 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 828 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mazda | ZAZ |
| Model | RX-8 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
