2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 25 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 132 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Zastava 132 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 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Seicento | 132 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
