1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 690 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
