1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat Dino 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 1972 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Dino | Zafira |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |