1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | 145 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
