1975 Zastava 1300 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Zastava 1300. 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, 1977 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Zastava 1300 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Zastava | Zastava |
| Model | 1300 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
