2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Panda | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
