1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1980 Zastava 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1980 Zastava 750. 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 Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Impala | 750 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |
