1981 Zastava 750 vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1981 Zastava 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 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, 1979 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Zastava 750 | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Zastava | Zastava |
Model | 750 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |