1978 Opel Rekord vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Rekord | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
