1955 Rover P4 vs. 1968 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1968 Zastava 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (79 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1968 Zastava 1300. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 1968 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Rover | Zastava |
| Model | P4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
