1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | 90 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
