1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (114 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 544 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Zafira | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
