1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Spider | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
