1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 998 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2007 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
