2009 BMW 120 vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Zastava 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 132. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | 120 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
