1952 Morris Minor vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1976 Zastava 1500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 1500 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. 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, 1976 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morris Minor | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Morris | Zastava |
Model | Minor | 1500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |