1974 Triumph Dolomite vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1974 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 343 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Dolomite | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | Dolomite | 750 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1854 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
