2000 Tata E vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 2000 Tata E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata E weights approximately 730 kg more than 1980 Zastava 750. 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, 2000 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Tata E | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Tata | Zastava |
| Model | E | 750 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
