1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 1959 Austin A 95. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 95 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
