1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
