1987 Fiat 126 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 955 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 126 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
