1983 Opel Monza vs. 1975 Zastava 132
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 132. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 231 kg more than 1975 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1975 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Monza | 132 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
