1975 Zastava 1300 vs. 1963 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1975 Zastava 1300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Zastava 1300 would be higher. Both 1975 Zastava 1300 and 1963 Zastava 1300 are equipped with a 1,295 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Zastava 1300 (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Zastava 1300.
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 Zastava 1300 (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Zastava 1300 | 1963 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Zastava | Zastava |
| Model | 1300 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
