1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1970 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Falcon | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
