2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (244 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 750 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
