1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1979 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1979 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Holden | Zastava |
| Model | Monaro | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
