1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1965 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1965 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Zastava 1500. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | Indigo | 1500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 549 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |