1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 905 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
