1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1970 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 11 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 131 (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1970 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | 131 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
