1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1979 Zastava 2101 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Bluebird | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
