1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Zastava 750
To start off, 1985 Zastava 750 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1985 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, 1953 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1985 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Austin | Zastava |
Model | A 40 | 750 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |