1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 33 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
