2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 499 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Panda | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |