1958 MG MGA vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 1979 Zastava 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG MGA weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 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, 1958 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | MG | Zastava |
| Model | MGA | 750 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2010 mm |
