1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Zastava 750
To start off, 1984 Zastava 750 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Zastava 750. (55 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Spider | 750 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
