2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1977 Zastava 750
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Caterham Superlight R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 750 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1977 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Caterham | Zastava |
| Model | Superlight R | 750 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
