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Zastava 101 1100 1.1 (56 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). With 79 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8 l/100km). Weighing only 820 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16 s). The top speed reaches 135 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 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 (56 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Despite a slight power increase to 56 Hp, the reported 16-second acceleration to 100 km/h suggests this variant might have been tuned for different markets or emissions, resulting in slower real-world performance.
Fuel Economy
With a stated 7 l/100 km, this engine offers a relatively good fuel economy for its era, making it a more economical choice for daily 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:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Zastava |
| Model: | 101 |
| Generation: | 1100 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.1 (56 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1975 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3/5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 56 Hp @ 6600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 50.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 79 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | 128.A064 |
| Engine displacement: | 1116 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 55.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 135 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.6 kg/Hp, 68.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.4 kg/Nm, 96.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 820 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 39 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3890 mm mm |
| Width: | 1590 mm mm |
| Height: | 1345 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2440 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1300 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1310 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Gearbox type | +1 |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Tires size | 145/80 SR13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever |
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