1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1983 Zastava 2101 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Zastava 2101 (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Giulia | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
