1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 1975 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1975 Zastava 2101 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Zastava 2101 (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 1975 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Skoda | Zastava |
| Model | 1200 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
