1975 Zastava 1300 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 95 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Zastava 1300 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Zastava | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
