1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Barchetta | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
