2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Zafira | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
