1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 1977 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Fiat | Zastava |
Model | 850 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |