1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 30 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |