1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (429 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 737 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
