1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1983 Zastava 2101 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 1983 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 1983 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Arna | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
