1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1985 Zastava 750
To start off, 1985 Zastava 750 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Zastava 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Zastava 750 (33 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Zastava 750 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Zastava 750 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1985 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 500 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
