1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1982 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1982 Zastava 2101 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
Because 1982 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 1982 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, 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, 1981 Fiat 127 (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1982 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 127 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
