1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
Model | Corvette | 1500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |