1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Zastava |
Model | A 90 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |