1967 Simca 1000 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 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Zastava 1300 (53 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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, 1973 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1000 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Simca | Zastava |
Model | 1000 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 59 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |