1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1981 Zastava 2101 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. 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, 1981 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | Prefect | 2101 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |