1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1979 Zastava 132
To start off, 1979 Zastava 132 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 132 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 1979 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1979 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 1100 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
