1963 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1967 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1967 Zastava 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1967 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1967 Zastava 1500 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Spitfire | 1967 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | Spitfire | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
