1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1975 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1975 Zastava 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 750 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1975 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Charger | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
