1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 705 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Anglia | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Zafira |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |