1963 Triumph TR4 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 555 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Because 1963 Triumph TR4 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 1963 Triumph TR4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph TR4 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | TR4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
