1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1975 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Zastava 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 1975 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Bora | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
