1968 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1974 Zastava 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 1974 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Escort | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
