1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
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, 1970 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 127 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
