1979 Zastava 750 vs. 1975 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1979 Zastava 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 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, 1975 Zastava 1300 (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Zastava 750 | 1975 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Zastava | Zastava |
| Model | 750 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
