1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 440 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 1999 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Strada | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
