1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Zastava 2101. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 1972 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 1972 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa, 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1972 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | Visa | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
