1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1965 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Zastava 1500 (53 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1977 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, 1965 Zastava 1500 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 126 | 1965 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Zastava |
Model | 126 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 42 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |