1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Zastava 102 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Cortina | 102 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2160 mm |
