2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. Both 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 174 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 147 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
