1959 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 225 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 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Volvo | Zastava |
| Model | 120 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2160 mm |
