1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Because 1962 Austin A 90 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 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
