2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1978 Zastava 750
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 513 kg more than 1978 Zastava 750. 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1978 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
