1956 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 723 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Escort 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 Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Zafira |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |