2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 500 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
