1981 Zastava 1500 vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1981 Zastava 1500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 1500 (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1981 Zastava 1500.
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 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Zastava 1500 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Zastava | Zastava |
| Model | 1500 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1480 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
