2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 770 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1500. 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 877 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Lotec | Zastava |
| Model | C 1000 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
