1974 Triumph Dolomite 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 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
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 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Dolomite | 1976 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | Dolomite | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1854 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
