2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 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. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Strada | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
