2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Fiat Doblo. 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Doblo | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
