1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1963 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1969 Abarth 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1963 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Zastava |
| Model | 1300 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2430 mm |
