1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Sprint | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
