1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 632 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. 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 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 58 L |
