1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Zastava 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Duna | 750 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
