1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,772 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 43 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
