1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Berline | Zafira |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |