1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1973 Zastava 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 186 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Commodore | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
