1980 Matra-Simca Murena vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, both 1980 Matra-Simca Murena and 1980 Zastava 132 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Matra-Simca Murena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Matra-Simca Murena (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Matra-Simca Murena should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 132 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1980 Matra-Simca Murena.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Matra-Simca Murena | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Zastava |
| Model | Murena | 132 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1051 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
