1959 Volvo 120 vs. 1975 Zastava 132
To start off, 1975 Zastava 132 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Zastava 132 (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Zastava 132 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1975 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Volvo 120 | 1975 Zastava 132 | |
Make | Volvo | Zastava |
Model | 120 | 132 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |