2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1967 Zastava 1500

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 572 kg more than 1967 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Zastava 1500.

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 1967 Zastava 1500
Make Volkswagen Zastava
Model Passat 1500
Year Released 2007 1967
Engine Size 1896 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 53 HP
Torque 250 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1552 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2430 mm