1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 625 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 127 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
