1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1977 Zastava 2101 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 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 15 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1977 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Austin | Zastava |
| Model | A 40 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
