2004 Honda City vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
Because 1974 Zastava 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda City | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | City | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
