2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1964 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1964 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mahindra | ZAZ |
| Model | Scorpio | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
