1972 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin Marina 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 1972 Austin Marina. 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
