1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 420 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Punto | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
