2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 658 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Seicento | Zafira |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |