2003 MG XPower vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2003 MG XPower is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 580 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1300. 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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG XPower | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | MG | Zastava |
| Model | XPower | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
