1978 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1976 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 1976 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Accord | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
