1976 Opel Commodore vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1976 Opel Commodore is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 Zastava 750. 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Commodore | 750 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
