2000 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Linea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Linea weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira.
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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 2012 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Zafira | Linea |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
