1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1979 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Zastava 2101 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Zastava 2101 (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1975 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Citroen | Zastava |
Model | Visa | 2101 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |