1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, both vehicles can yield 93 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Giulietta | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
