1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1970 Zastava 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
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 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Lotus | Zastava |
Model | Europa | 1300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |