1981 Toyota Corona vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Corona | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Toyota | Zastava |
Model | Corona | 1300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |