2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 23 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | S-MX | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
