2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. 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 Toyota Progress NC 300 (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 has automatic transmission and 1977 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1977 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Progress NC 300 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
