1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Zafira |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |