1976 Triumph Dolomite vs. 1974 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1976 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1976 Triumph Dolomite (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph Dolomite | 1974 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | Dolomite | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 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 |
