1979 Renault 4 vs. 1979 Zastava 2101
To start off, both 1979 Renault 4 and 1979 Zastava 2101 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 4, 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 Zastava 2101 (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 4 | 1979 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Renault | Zastava |
Model | 4 | 2101 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 955 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |