2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 563 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Viper | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
