2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 1981 Zastava 750
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForTwo | 1981 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Smart | Zastava |
Model | ForTwo | 750 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |