1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | 75 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
