1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1977 Zastava 1500 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 1977 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | 33 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
