1979 Buick Regal vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 890 kg more than 1962 Zastava 750. 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1962 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1962 Zastava 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Buick | Zastava |
Model | Regal | 750 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |