1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 840 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
