1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1980 Zastava 2101 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | Spitfire | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
