1967 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1967 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1965 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
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 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Triumph Vitesse | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Triumph | Zastava |
Model | Vitesse | 1500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 125 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |