1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1973 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 1973 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Zastava |
| Model | Charade | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
