1998 Mazda Midge vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1998 Mazda Midge 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 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Zastava 1500 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 1978 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Midge, 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, 1978 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Midge | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | Midge | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
