1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Zastava 102 (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Zastava 102 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Zastava 102 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Zastava 102 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Abarth | Zastava |
| Model | 600 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
