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Zastava 101 1100 1.1 (55 Hp)
Overall Rating
Zastava 101:
Zastava Skala , also known as Yugo Skala , is a generic name for a family of cars built by Yugoslav and then Serbian, manufacturer Zastava Automobili. Based on the Fiat 128 sedan, it was introduced in 1971 and sold as a 3 or 5-door liftback, a style that had not been issued or manufactured in Italy and was specifically targeted for the Balkan market, under the names Zastava 101, Zastava 1100, Zastava 1300, Zastava GTL, Yugo Skala 55c and Yugo Skala 65c....(Read more on Wikipedia)
1100 Overview:
Zastava 101 (1100). Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Zastava 101 (1100) was produced between 1971 and 1980, predating the establishment of Euro NCAP testing (1997). Therefore, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this generation. Safety features were rudimentary by modern standards.
1.1 (55 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This base 1.1L engine offers modest but adequate performance for city driving and light highway use, typical for its era. Acceleration to 100 km/h in 13 seconds is functional.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is not explicitly stated, but for a 1970s 1.1L petrol engine, expect moderate consumption, likely around 8-9 l/100 km in mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable and practical for its time, offering good value.
- • Spacious interior and hatchback versatility for a compact car.
- • Simple, robust mechanicals derived from Fiat, making it relatively easy to maintain.
- • Good visibility and maneuverability for urban driving.
- • Historical significance as a widely used vehicle in Eastern Europe.
Cons:
- • Modest performance across the engine lineup, especially by modern standards.
- • Basic safety features and lack of modern crash protection.
- • Utilitarian interior with limited comfort and refinement.
- • Prone to rust, a common issue for vehicles of its era and construction.
- • Limited availability of parts and specialized mechanics outside former Yugoslavia.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(1100: 1979 - 1981).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Zastava |
| Model: | 101 |
| Generation: | 1100 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.1 (55 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 1971 |
| End of production: | 1980 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 55 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
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