2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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 (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Zafira |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |