2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1968 Toyota 1000

To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Zafira 1968 Toyota 1000
Make Holden Toyota
Model Zafira 1000
Year Released 2000 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 145 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2170 mm


 

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