1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Aurelia | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Aurelia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
