2001 Honda City vs. 1986 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Zastava Yugo. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1986 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda City weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Zastava Yugo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda City | 1986 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | City | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |
