1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1978 Zastava 1500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. Both 1952 Abarth 1500 and 1978 Zastava 1500 are equipped with a 1,479 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Abarth 1500 (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Abarth 1500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500.
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:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Zastava |
| Model | 1500 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
