1978 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 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 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Audi | Zastava |
| Model | 100 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2160 mm |
