1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1999 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 700 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
