1983 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 15 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Zastava 1500 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 1979 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic, 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, 1979 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Civic | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
