1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1970 Zastava 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 646 kg more than 1970 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
Model | Bel Air | 1300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 277 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2430 mm |