2008 Lotus Exige vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lotus Exige weights approximately 176 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Exige | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Lotus | ZAZ |
| Model | Exige | 966 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 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 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
