1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
