1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 362 kg more than 1978 Zastava 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Zastava 132. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Kia | Zastava |
| Model | Sportage | 132 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
