1992 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 1977 Zastava 132
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Zastava 132. 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | 1977 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Zastava |
| Model | Carlton | 132 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
