1945 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 100 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 16 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
