1978 Triumph TR7 vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Triumph TR7 | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | TR7 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
