1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Avanti Avanti 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 1971 Avanti Avanti. 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.
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1971 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Avanti | Opel |
Model | Avanti | Zafira |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |