2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Zastava 103
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Zastava 103 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (164 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Zastava 103. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Zastava 103. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Zastava 103. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Zastava 103. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Zastava 103.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Zastava 103 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | 156 | 103 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
