2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1975 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia, 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 1975 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | Xantia | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
