1953 AC Ace vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 778 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 AC Ace 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 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
