1994 TVR Chimaera vs. 1976 Zastava 132
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 18 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 132 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 TVR Chimaera | 1976 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | TVR | Zastava |
| Model | Chimaera | 132 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
