2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 3 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Because 1978 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 1978 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra, 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, 1978 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Micra | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
