1997 Honda NSX vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 538 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Honda | Zastava |
Model | NSX | 1300 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |