1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1976 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Zastava 2101.
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, 1978 Fiat 131 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 1976 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Fiat | Zastava |
Model | 131 | 2101 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |