1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1969 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1969 Zastava 1500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Zastava 1500. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1969 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | 1750 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
