1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 720 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. 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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Prefect | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
