1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1976 Zastava 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 489 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
Model | Corvette | 1500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |