2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 147 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
