1981 Ford Probe vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, 1981 Ford Probe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 132 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Zastava 132.
Because 1980 Zastava 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Zastava 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Probe (148 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 132. (143 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 132. 1981 Ford Probe has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 132 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Probe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Probe | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | Probe | 132 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 143 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1095 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |