1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 750 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Caterham | Zastava |
| Model | Super 7 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
