1971 Subaru R-2 vs. 1979 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 1979 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru R-2 | 1979 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Subaru | Zastava |
| Model | R-2 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2430 mm |
