1959 Alvis TD vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1980 Zastava 2101 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Alvis | Zastava |
| Model | TD | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
