2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1968 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1968 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1968 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Elise | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
