1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Zafira | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2634 mm |
