1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1982 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1982 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1982 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | 75 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
