2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 80 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Idea | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
