1981 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Zastava 750
To start off, 1982 Zastava 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 585 kg more than 1982 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Zastava 750 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 1982 Zastava 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen CX, 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, 1981 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 1982 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | CX | 750 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
