1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Sunny | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
