1964 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1984 Zastava 750
To start off, 1984 Zastava 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1984 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 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, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph Spitfire | 1984 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | Spitfire | 750 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2010 mm |
