1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Dolomite | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | Dolomite | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1854 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
