1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 530 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Regata | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
