2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 31 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132.
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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Exige | 132 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
