1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Zastava 132
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Zastava 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Zastava 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Zastava 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 1976 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Prelude | 132 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
