1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 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 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 840 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Camaro | 750 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
