1955 Rover P4 vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1981 Zastava 2101 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1981 Zastava 2101. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Rover P4 | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Rover | Zastava |
Model | P4 | 2101 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |