1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1981 Zastava 1500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 1981 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Abarth | Zastava |
Model | 600 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |