1954 Studebaker President State vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1980 Zastava 750 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 910 kg more than 1980 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Studebaker | Zastava |
| Model | President State | 750 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2010 mm |
