1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. 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 (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 58 L |