1978 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Zastava 1300 (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 26 kg more than 1968 Zastava 1300.
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, 1968 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1968 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Capri | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
