2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 301 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Zafira | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
