1976 Holden Torana vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana.
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, 1976 Holden Torana (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Holden | Zastava |
| Model | Torana | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
