2005 Smart Coupe vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 25 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 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Smart | Zastava |
| Model | Coupe | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2430 mm |
