1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 490 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |