1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1981 Zastava 1500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1981 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Zastava |
Model | 126 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |