1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2009 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Opel Zafira is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2009 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 3-Litre | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
