1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1963 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 3,215 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1963 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1963 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 340 kg more than 1963 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 1963 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Zastava |
| Model | Shamal | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
