2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Stilo | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
