1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1980 Zastava 2101 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 1980 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 1100 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
