1999 Honda Today vs. 1978 Zastava 1500

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 21 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 27 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Zastava 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1978 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Today 1978 Zastava 1500
Make Honda Zastava
Model Today 1500
Year Released 1999 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1479 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1550 mm


 

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