1977 Rover 3500 vs. 1977 Zastava 2101
To start off, both 1977 Rover 3500 and 1977 Zastava 2101 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 3500 (157 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 2101. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 3500 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1977 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 3500 | 1977 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Rover | Zastava |
| Model | 3500 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 62 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |
