1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1500. 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Shamal | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Maserati | Zastava |
Model | Shamal | 1500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |