1978 Zastava 132 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 356 kg more than 1978 Zastava 132. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Zastava 132 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Zastava | Chevrolet |
| Model | 132 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |
