1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 1500 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | 323 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
