1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 240 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 70 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |