2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 27 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1980 Zastava 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Aveo | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
