1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 82 kg more than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Because 1962 Fiat 2300 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 1962 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 2300 | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 2300 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
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 | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |