2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Zafira |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |