1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Opel Meriva.

Because 1948 AC 2-Litre 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 1948 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.

Compare all specifications:

1948 AC 2-Litre 2002 Opel Meriva
Make AC Opel
Model 2-Litre Meriva
Year Released 1948 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 79.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 52 L


 

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