1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1978 Zastava 750
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Caterham C21 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1978 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Caterham | Zastava |
| Model | C21 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
