1975 Triumph TR6 vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Zastava 1500. 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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Triumph TR6 | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Triumph | Zastava |
Model | TR6 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |