1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1981 Zastava 1500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. 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, 1981 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 1000 | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Mazda | Zastava |
Model | 1000 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |