1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1970 Zastava 1300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Zastava 1300.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | 230 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2430 mm |
