1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 255 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | 3000 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |