1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1983 Zastava 2101 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Giulia | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
