1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 447 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Zafira (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Greyhound | Zafira |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |