1958 Morris Minor vs. 1975 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1975 Zastava 2101 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. 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, 1975 Zastava 2101 (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 1975 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Morris | Zastava |
| Model | Minor | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |
