1973 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 1967 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
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 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | 1967 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | 1600 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
