2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto 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. Both 2003 Fiat Punto and 1999 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 476 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
