1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
Because 1965 Zastava 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | 1300 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1294 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
