1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 189 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 75 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
