1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Zafira | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
