1948 Triumph Roadster vs. 1978 Zastava 750
To start off, 1978 Zastava 750 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Triumph Roadster (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 528 kg more than 1978 Zastava 750. 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Triumph Roadster | 1978 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Triumph | Zastava |
Model | Roadster | 750 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |