1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1971 Zastava 2101 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Zastava 2101.
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, 1971 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1971 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Austin | Zastava |
Model | A 40 | 2101 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |