1961 Volvo 120 vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1962 Zastava 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 120 (59 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 120 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 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 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 120 | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Volvo | Zastava |
| Model | 120 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
