1979 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1965 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 1965 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Honda | Zastava |
Model | Accord | 1500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |