1957 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess.
Because 1957 Austin Princess 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 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Zafira |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2700 mm |