1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 1500 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2160 mm |
