1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 513 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Meriva |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |