1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
