1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1970 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 1970 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 1970 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta, 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1970 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Lancia | Zastava |
| Model | Delta | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
