2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 35 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Morgan | Zastava |
| Model | Aero 8 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
