1998 Honda Accord vs. 1962 Zastava 750

To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 695 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.

Because 1962 Zastava 750 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 1962 Zastava 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Accord 1962 Zastava 750
Make Honda Zastava
Model Accord 750
Year Released 1998 1962
Engine Size 1997 cc 766 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 6600 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 605 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2010 mm


 

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