1959 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (138 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Zafira |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |