1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Alfasud | 102 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
