1961 Triumph TR4 vs. 1972 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1972 Zastava 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4.
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 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR4 | 1972 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | TR4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2136 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
