1974 Zastava 1300 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1974 Zastava 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Zastava 1300 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Zastava | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
