1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1982 Zastava 750
To start off, 1982 Zastava 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1982 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1982 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | 190 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
