2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Zafira | Strada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
