1968 Nissan Laurel vs. 1975 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1975 Zastava 1300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 54 kg more than 1975 Zastava 1300. 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 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Laurel | 1975 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Laurel | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
