1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 790 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1300 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
