2003 Kia Retona vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 830 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Zastava 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Retona | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Kia | Zastava |
| Model | Retona | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
