1988 TVR Type S vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 132 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Type S | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | TVR | Zastava |
| Model | Type S | 132 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
