1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1965 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 483 kg more than 1965 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
Model | Corvette | 1500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 93 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |