2002 Renault Clio vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 400 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Renault | Zastava |
| Model | Clio | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
