2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Zastava 1300 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 1978 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1978 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Fiat | Zastava |
Model | Seicento | 1300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |