2004 Lotus Elise vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2004 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Elise | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Elise | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
