1971 Zastava 1300 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1971 Zastava 1300. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Zastava 1300 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Zastava | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
