1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Zastava 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | HR-V | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
