1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1982 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1982 Zastava 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Zastava 1500 (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Zastava 1500.
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, 1982 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1982 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 131 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 960 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 |
