1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 28 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1290 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.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Zastava 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Astro | 750 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
