1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2000 Holden Zafira

To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2000 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1200 2000 Holden Zafira
Make Fiat Holden
Model 1200 Zafira
Year Released 1959 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2700 mm


 

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