2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Zastava 1300. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | MR2 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
