1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131.
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, 1976 Fiat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 131 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
