2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 102 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 102 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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, 1981 Zastava 102 (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | Laputa | 102 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
