1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1981 Zastava 2101 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 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 2 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Abarth | Zastava |
| Model | 750 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
