1996 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1972 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Zastava 2101.
Because 1972 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 1972 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Golf | 1972 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Golf | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
