1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Zastava 1300. 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1974 Zastava 1300 has manual transmission. 1974 Zastava 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
