2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Zafira | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
