1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1975 Zastava 132
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Zastava 132 (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Zastava 132 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 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 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1975 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | RX-7 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
