1978 Zastava 1500 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 516 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Zastava 1500 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 1978 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Zastava 1500 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Zastava | Ford |
Model | 1500 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |