1978 Volkswagen Citi vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1980 Zastava 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 308 kg more than 1980 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Zastava 750 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 1980 Zastava 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Citi | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Citi | 750 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
