1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 658 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 850 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |