1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 880 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Aspen | 750 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2010 mm |
