1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 565 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Zastava 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Renault | Zastava |
| Model | Safrane | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
