1976 Zastava 1500 vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 1500 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 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, 1976 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Zastava 1500 | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Zastava | Zastava |
| Model | 1500 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1480 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
