1995 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1972 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1972 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | 1972 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | 300 ZX | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
