1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Multipla | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
