1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 235 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira, 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2001 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
