1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 191 kg more than 1970 Zastava 1300. 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Lotus | Zastava |
Model | Excel | 1300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 232 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |