2004 TVR Tuscan vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1965 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1965 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 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 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Tuscan | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | TVR | Zastava |
| Model | Tuscan | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
