2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1975 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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, 2003 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 1975 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Albea | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
