1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1976 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1976 Zastava 2101 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 755 kg more than 1976 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1976 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Impala | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
