1968 Simca 1200S vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1980 Zastava 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1200S weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Zastava 750. 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 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Simca 1200S | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Simca | Zastava |
Model | 1200S | 750 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |