2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Zafira | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
