1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1979 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,391 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 50 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Zastava 1300. 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 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1979 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | 90 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
