1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1983 Zastava 2101 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101. 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Austin | Zastava |
Model | A 90 | 2101 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |