1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 790 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.
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 Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Ranger | 750 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
