1955 Rover P4 vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1980 Zastava 750 is newer by 25 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 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 750 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, 1955 Rover P4 (150 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Rover | Zastava |
| Model | P4 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
