1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1977 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1977 Zastava 2101 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 1977 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1977 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Alpine | Zastava |
| Model | A 108 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
