1979 Subaru Rex vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex 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 766 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Zastava 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Rex (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Rex should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Zastava 750 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex.
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, 1962 Zastava 750 (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Zastava 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Subaru | Zastava |
| Model | Rex | 750 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
