1978 Zastava 132 vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1978 Zastava 132 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 132 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1500. 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, 1978 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Zastava 132 | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Zastava | Zastava |
| Model | 132 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
