1978 Zastava 2101 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (136 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 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, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Zastava 2101 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Zastava | BMW |
| Model | 2101 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
