2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1974 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 1974 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Morgan | Zastava |
| Model | 4 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
