1974 Lotus Elite vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1974 Lotus Elite is newer by 1 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Elite weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 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 Lotus Elite (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Elite | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Elite | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
