2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | F-250 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
