1981 Mazda Cosmo 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 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1982 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 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1982 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | Cosmo | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
