1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1973 Zastava 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 196 kg more than 1973 Zastava 1300. 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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Zastava |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 1300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |