1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Porsche | Zastava |
| Model | 968 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
