1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1965 Zastava 1500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Zastava 1500 (53 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1956 Abarth 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, 1965 Zastava 1500 (93 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1965 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Zastava |
| Model | 750 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2430 mm |
