1980 Zastava 1500 vs. 1975 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1500 is newer by 5 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 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Zastava 1300. 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 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Zastava 1500 | 1975 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Zastava | Zastava |
| Model | 1500 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
