2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Exige | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
