1997 TVR Speed 12 vs. 1974 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 738 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Speed 12 | 1974 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | TVR | Zastava |
| Model | Speed 12 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 800 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
