1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1988 Zastava Yugo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Zastava Yugo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 326 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Zastava Yugo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
Make | Fiat | Zastava |
Model | 500 | Yugo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 30 L |