2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1982 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 231 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1982 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
