1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1977 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 199 kg more than 1977 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 1977 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Zastava |
| Model | Galant | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
