1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1973 Zastava 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (82 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1973 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 Peugeot 504 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Zastava |
| Model | 504 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
