1955 MG MGA vs. 1974 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1974 Zastava 2101 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 MG MGA.
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, 1955 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 MG MGA | 1974 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | MG | Zastava |
| Model | MGA | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
