2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 301 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Corvette | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
