2005 Toyota Echo vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Because 1973 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 1973 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Echo | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Echo | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
