1982 Fiat 127 vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 682 kg more than 1982 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 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
