1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 2101. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Ritmo | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
