1973 Zastava 2101 vs. 1985 Zastava 750
To start off, 1985 Zastava 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1985 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Zastava 750. 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, 1973 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Zastava 2101 | 1985 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Zastava | Zastava |
| Model | 2101 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
