1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1968 Zastava 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 391 kg more than 1968 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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
Model | Corvette | 1300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |