1983 Opel Monza vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 721 kg more than 1962 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Monza | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Opel | Zastava |
Model | Monza | 750 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |