2001 BMW Compact vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 810 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | BMW | Zastava |
| Model | Compact | 102 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2160 mm |
