1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 565 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Zafira |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |