1968 MG MGC 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 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300.
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 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGC | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | MG | Zastava |
| Model | MGC | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
