1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1981 Zastava 1500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Zastava 1500. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Dodge | Zastava |
Model | Dart | 1500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |